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Dr. Christopher Palma, MD

Rheumatology*
2.0 (3)
Map Pin Small Rochester, NY
Accepting new patients
13 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Christopher Palma, MD

Dr. Christopher Palma, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Rochester, NY. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 13 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of Rochester and is affiliated with Arnot Ogden Medical Center, F.F. Thompson Hospital, Geneva General Hospital, Samaritan Medical Center and Strong Memorial Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Palma an average 2.0 star rating.

Dr. Palma works at Practice in Rochester, NY with other offices in Canandaigua, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis and Arthritis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Palma's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Rheumatology Clinic At Mary Parkes Asthma Center
    400 Red Creek Dr Ste 240, Rochester, NY 14623 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (585) 486-0901
  2. 2
    Ur Neurosurgery Canandaigua
    395 West St Ste 7, Canandaigua, NY 14424 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (585) 486-0901
  3. 3
    Ur Medicine Allergy & Immunology Clinic
    125 Lattimore Rd Ste G110, Rochester, NY 14620 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (585) 486-0901
  4. 4
    Canandaigua Medical Group PC
    335 PARRISH ST, Canandaigua, NY 14424 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (585) 486-0901

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Arnot Ogden Medical Center
  • F.F. Thompson Hospital
  • Geneva General Hospital
  • Samaritan Medical Center
  • Strong Memorial Hospital

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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis
Joint Pain
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Chronic Pain
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Gout
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Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylitis
Systemic Vasculitis
Vasculitis
Amyloidosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Behçet's Disease
Bursitis
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Cardiac Sarcoidosis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Familial Mediterranean Fever
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Goodpasture's Disease
Granulomatosis
Hammer Toe
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Infective Arthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Polymyositis
Post-Viral Disorder
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Sarcoidosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Still's Disease
Systemic Sclerosis
Takayasu's Arteritis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Steroid Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal
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    About Dr. Christopher Palma, MD

    Specialties*
    • Rheumatology

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    Years of Experience
    • 13 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1811286032
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Rochester
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Christopher Palma, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Palma is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Palma accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Palma has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Palma has seen patients for Rheumatoid Arthritis and Arthritis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Palma on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    3 patients have reviewed Dr. Palma. The overall rating for this provider is 2.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Palma.

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